Order of Franz Joseph „¢¤ WWI issue

Order of Franz Joseph – WWI issue - Grand Cross, in bronze gilt and enamels, 37.5mmx70mm, unmarked, typical WWI period issue, of good quality manufacture, good fire gilding and bright enamels, in extremely fine condition; with correct, but modern made sash ribbon.

Finely produced by the official maker of this insignia, Rothe, in silver gilt and enamels, center cartouche in Gold and enamels, 44.0mmx48.08mm, suspension arch marked “CFR” (Rothe) “925” and silver hallmark from 1922-1925 period; of very fine quality manufacture, excellent quality enamels, with period ribbon, inn extremely fine condition and very rare.